And I thank you all for praying. There was concern that I might be going into labor, which would be REALLY bad for me. [in the way way too much information department *grin*, due to my first child having to be taken by emergency c-section, and the way they had to get him out, I … [Read more…]
… I’d really appreciate it. I’m having a bit of a pregnancy scare, and don’t want to get all panicky, but I don’t want to be stupid and miss something obvious either. Thank you.
You Belong in Fall Intelligent, introspective, and quite expressive at times… You appreciate the changes in color, climate, and mood that fall brings Whether you’re carving wacky pumpkins or taking long drives, autumn is a favorite time of year for you What Season Are You?
Remind me never to mention storm candles again! On Sunday afternoon we had a small thunderstorm roll in. Nothing big, mind you — just some gentle thunder rumbling in the background. My kids were in the living room watching the rain through an open window, while I was trying to get a few minutes rest … [Read more…]
“I could never do something like that. You must have SUCH patience!” That’s the comment I usually get when someone notices (gee, it’s kinda hard to miss!) that I have six kids in tow and I’m looking mighty pregnant with number seven… as if I somehow have this magic “patience” gene that enables ME to … [Read more…]
That’s what they said, in utter seriousness. It must be known that our cat is not in the habit of attacking heads… but obviously the head gear is an important part of the “cat-protectedness.” And who is this cat who inspires such need for self-protection? I give you… Max. Does he look threatening to you? … [Read more…]
What better way to start a Monday morning than with some uplifting songs? Brandon Heath: I’m Not Who I Was Michael Card: Love Crucified Arose
Here’s a series of fun “commercials” in the “Mac vs PC” vein from the Saginaw Seminarians! Way to go, guys! Part 1. Part 2. Part 3. (h/t The Curt Jester)
I am smarter than 96.55% of the rest of the world.Find out how smart you are. Good to know I’m qualified to homeschool my kids! For the record, my husband scored the same. Good thing, or one of us would have been miserable for the rest of the week while the other… well… gloated…. [h/t … [Read more…]
My dear friend Malia and I were talking this morning about our vocations, and how it’s in doing the simple things, faithfully, that we grow in holiness. We have such high expectations sometimes of having this amazing spiritual life, filled with mountaintop experiences and hours of study and worship, but that’s just not realistic. I … [Read more…]